Argentina · SNORKELING
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 5 snorkeling tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to check before you commit.
Snorkel with wild sea lions at Punta Loma from Puerto Madryn. Small group, easy for non-swimmers, plus birds and coastal views.
“We had so much fun - being from Texas and a “hater” of cold weather, I was afraid the water would be too cold to stand, but the wet suits worked great. Julio is a delight, and very passionate about the animals. Highly recommend this adventure!”
Snorkel in Puerto Madryn’s Punta Loma Reserve, spot wildlife and a shipwreck, then swim with curious wild sea lions for about 40 minutes.
“Overall, this was a great tour experience. We loved the family environment and how helpful they were in getting our family ready. The weather was great and guides were very informative - and included photos! It would have been great if there were souvenirs that we could have purchased from this tour. The port didn’t have a lot of options and it would be a great option.”
Snorkel with Patagonian sea lions in Punta Loma, Puerto Madryn. Small group, wetsuit and gear included, cruise-port pickup.
“We were the last group allowed into the water and, paradoxically, the first asked to return to the boat. I had explicitly warned the guides about mask leakage due to my beard, but the masks provided were unsuitable and leaked constantly”
Snorkel with sea lions in Puerto Madryn’s Punta Loma Reserve. 3 hours with wetsuit gear, a boat ride for wildlife, and coffee.
“Ich würde es nicht nochmal machen. Man wurde für 125 Euro im Neoprenanzug zu einer Stelle gefahren, wo Seelöwen an Land liegen. Dann ging man ins Wasser. Einige Seelöwen sprangen auch ins Wasser, aber alles weit weg. Keiner kam an die vielen Menschen im Wasser. Es waren mehrere Boote dort. Nach gut 30min, in denen man Seelöwen in der Ferne an Land liegend sehen konnte, während man selbst im Wasser war, ging es wieder zurück. Vielleicht hatten die Seelöwen an dem Tag keine Lust zum Spielen mit den Touristen, es ist eben Natur, aber für das Geld würde ich nicht nochmal 30 min im Wasser rumdümpeln ohne einen Kontakt. Die…”
Snorkel with single-furred sea lions at Punta Loma near Puerto Madryn. Small groups, 7mm gear, 2 hours, fully supervised.
“Amazing!!! Must must do if you love animal wild Life. Team were amazing and had the chance to see and touch the sea lion playing around us!”
Sorted by what you would actually do with the day.
